2006 BEST CARS - BEST NEW CARS

Audi A6 3.2 Avant Quattro
Wagons
AWD(3.2L, 6 cyl.; 255 hp)

MSRP: $47,590
Kelley Blue Book Value: $45,760
Service cost (5 yr): $2,860
Insurance cost (1 yr): $1,449
Resale % (3 yr/5 yr): 50/30 (estimated)
MPG: 18 city, 26 hwy
Annual fuel cost: $2,333
Wheelbase: 112 in.
Cargo space: 34 cu. ft.
Length/width: 194/79 in.
Legroom front/rear: 41/37 in.
Transmission: Automatic standard

The handsomely redesigned A6 is now available in a smooth-riding, tight-handling, all-wheel-drive wagon.